Megan Shepherd, MD
Bariatric Surgeon
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Position:
Bariatric Surgeon
Additional Specialty:
Bariatric Surgery
Languages Spoken:
English
Gender:
Female
About Megan Shepherd
Dr. Megan Shepherd, M.D., is a bariatric and foregut surgeon with clinical expertise in minimally invasive and robotic surgery. Her main practice areas include the surgical management of obesity and foregut disorders, with a strong focus on advanced laparoscopic, robotic, and endoscopic techniques and patient-centered care. Dr. Shepherd is recognized for her research and presentations on topics such as robotic sleeve gastrectomy, diaphragmatic hernia repair, and the management of complex surgical cases.
She earned her doctorate of medicine from the University of Kansas School of Medicine. Dr. Shepherd completed her residency training at the University of Tennessee Medical Center at Knoxville and pursued fellowship training in bariatric and foregut surgery at Menorah Medical Center in Kansas City. Her undergraduate studies were completed at Wichita State University and Friends University.
In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Shepherd serves as an associate professor. She has held leadership roles such as Administrative Chief of Surgery Residency and has been active in academic organizations, including the American College of Surgeons and the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons. Dr. Shepherd’s commitment to the community is reflected in her volunteer work as a youth baseball coach, mentor, and participant in various charitable initiatives. Her academic title underscores her dedication to education, mentorship, and service.
Affiliations
OU Health Physicians – Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery Clinic,
OU Health Physicians Building - Oklahoma City
Health Education
Medical School
Doctor of Medicine
University of Kansas School of Medicine
Residency
Surgery
University of Tennessee Medical Center at Knoxville
Fellowship
Bariatric and Foregut
Menorah Medical Center
Medical Interests
Areas of Interest:
Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty (ESG) Hiatal hernia Obesity treatment Revisional foregut and bariatric procedures
